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Overview
Purpose/Mission:
To establish programs that will increase diversity in genomic sciences and related fields by encouraging students to pursue graduate degrees in these fields.
Opportunities in Genomics Research: Undergraduate Scholars Program
An eight-week summer program providing students with an intensive, mentored research experience in genomics and related fields. Program enrichment activities include: Kaplan GRE course, journal club, career counseling/workshops, presentation/writing skills and social activities.
- Provisions of the Program: Competitive stipend, on-campus housing, and travel to program
- Specific requirements: Must be a sophomore, junior or senior in a 4-year institution at the time of entry into the program.
Opportunities in Genomics Research: Extensive Study
A one-year post-baccalaureate program, for recent college graduates. Students will work in the labs at the Genome Center as a research technician, to enhance their laboratory skills. Program enrichment activities include: Kaplan Graduate Record Exam (GRE) course, university courses, career counseling and others.
- Provisions of the Program: Competitive salary with benefits, limited travel reimbursement to St. Louis.
- Specific Requirements: Must have previous research experience and be a recent college graduate within two years of applying.
Requirements
General Applicant Requirements (all programs):
- GPA requirements: Competitive - Highly competitive.
- Residency requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen or a Permanent Resident.
- Major: Science, technology, engineering, or mathematics fields (some exceptions).
Participating Faculty:
- Dan Link, M.D.
Research Interests: hematopoiesis, stem cells and leukemia.
- Nicholas Davidson, M.D., D.Sc.
Research Interests: gene expression, RNA, cancer, mRNA editing and mRNA stability gene expression.
- Latisha Love-Gregory, Ph.D.
Research Interests: geriatrics and nutritional science.
Last Reviewed: March 22, 2012
